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EK58 YMJ

2008 Kia Picanto

Blue Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,068 mi
Last recorded66,068 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Picanto47,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 YMJ
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 66,068 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

washers require adjustment

Pass 9 Jun 2025 64,608 miles

offside front tyre cracking

Pass 11 Jun 2024 63,543 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 62,661 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 61,696 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 61,689 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front exhaust mount insecure

Pass 9 Jun 2021 60,840 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 60,421 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 60,375 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 60,335 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

wipers in poor condition

Pass 14 Jun 2017 59,860 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 53,927 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 46,321 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 38,557 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 31,289 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 29,412 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 29,412 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 26,209 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 26,209 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto?

Based on 2,626,043 MOT tests across 229,767 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
3,997
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
229,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,453
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28,710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,450
position lamp(s) not working 19,223
parking brake recording little or no effort 18,423
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EK58 YMJ is a 2008 Kia Picanto in Blue with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 47,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,453 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK58 YMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Picanto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK58 YMJ registered?

EK58 YMJ is a 2008 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is EK58 YMJ safe to buy?

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